āctor — meaning in English

English meaning

• actor noun A person who performs roles in plays, films, or television shows.
• agent noun A person who acts on behalf of another, especially in business or legal matters.
• player noun Someone taking part in a game or sport.

Senses

āctor is used for these senses in English:

• actor A person who acts a part in a theatrical play or (later) in film or television; a dramatic performer. [from 16th c.]
• player (theater) An actor in a dramatic play.

actor — full definition

1. noun A person who performs roles in plays, films, or television shows.
2. noun A person or organization that participates in or influences an event or situation.

agent — full definition

1. noun A person who acts on behalf of another, especially in business or legal matters.
2. noun A person who works, often secretly, for a government or intelligence organization.
3. noun A substance or force that produces an effect.

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